Altercare of Wadsworth
147 Garfield St · Wadsworth, OH · 44281 · 3303352555
90 certified beds For profit - Individual Chain: Altercare
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 70 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
No standard inspection in over 2 years
The inspection record here is older than usual — conditions may have changed since.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.51 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.58 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.06 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 60% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (30 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected August 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F July 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected August 22, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 22, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected August 22, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D April 25, 2024
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Corrected May 21, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 25, 2024
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected May 21, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 25, 2024
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected May 21, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 25, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 21, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 25, 2024
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected May 21, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 25, 2024
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected May 21, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 25, 2024
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected May 21, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 25, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected May 21, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 25, 2024
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected May 21, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 25, 2024
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected May 21, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 25, 2024
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected May 21, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F April 25, 2024
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Corrected May 21, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2023
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected July 25, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2023
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected July 25, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2023
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected July 25, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2023
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected July 25, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2023
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected July 25, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2023
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected July 25, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 365268 · certified since July 26, 1971. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.